Melbourne High School

About Melbourne High School

Melbourne High School is a prestigious public school in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1905, it is renowned for its high academic standards and its commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum, from Year 7 to Year 12, which covers a wide range of subjects and activities. The curriculum is designed to develop students’ knowledge, skills and understanding in areas such as English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Music, Visual Arts and Physical Education.
Melbourne High School also offers a comprehensive range of extra-curricular activities, including sport, music, drama, debating and public speaking. The school also has a strong commitment to social justice and community engagement, with a range of programs and initiatives that promote inclusiveness and respect for diversity.
Melbourne High School is a vibrant and supportive learning environment, where students are encouraged to strive for excellence and to make the most of their talents and abilities. The school is proud of its strong tradition of academic excellence and its commitment to developing the whole person.

Address:	2270 Lacrosse Rd Melbourne, AR 72556
Phone:	(870) 368-4500
Site:	–
Grades:	7 – 12
Enrollment:	405 students

Overview Melbourne High School

Melbourne High School serves 405 students in grades 7-12.
Melbourne High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).

Verdict on Melbourne High School

Melbourne High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Melbourne High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.